

Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Subaru Legacy | Acura RL | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 110.2 in | -5.1 in |
Length | 186.2 in | 193.6 in | -7.4 in |
Width | 68.1 in | 72.2 in | -4.1 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 57.1 in | -1 in |
Curb Weight | 3435 lb. | 4012 lb. | -577 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 19.4 gal. | -2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 38.5 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 58.5 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.0 in | 55.1 in | -4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 42.4 in | 1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 37.2 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 56.1 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 54.0 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 36.3 in | -2.4 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -0.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 11.4 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | -1.7 ft3 |
2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Well proportioned for american drivers see full Subaru Legacy review |
2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not spacious, only can seat four mid size see full Subaru Legacy review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The headrests are leaned too far forward, pushing my head forward. Could not get a comfortable seating position. I had a headache and my neck hurt after about 10 minutes. It was even worse in the passenger seat. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Many passengers have complained about the lack of leg room in the front passenger well. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2007 Acura RL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight up front especially when compared to the M35 which is very roomy. see full Acura RL review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Again, tight when compared to the M35. see full Acura RL review |